Choose Specialty Tiles For An Elegant Style In Your Home

EASILY TRANSITION FROM ONE ROOM TO ANOTHER

One of the defining features of a tile is its ability to work with other tiles, whether that’s similar tiles in the range or a completely different medium such as wood or carpet. The tiles available in the Specialty Tile collection are perfect for mixing with other styles in a unique way. A large square tile from the collection can be arranged in a traditional pattern wall to wall, or it can be used in conjunction with other tiles around the edge of a room. 

This is all made possible by the range we stock here at Stone & Tile. You aren’t limited by just the tile being available, but you can complement it with a porcelain bullnose either in a polished or honed finish, especially when you need it for a step or to perfectly finish a bathroom. The trims such as stair tread are a welcomed addition to the collection as the edges of steps and stairs need to be as aesthetically pleasing as the flooring they are made from. 

Not only does the transitional tile pieces make designing a breeze, they are also critical for safety too if you need slip resistant textures for key areas of the home. When you opt for a mosaic tile, you can be sure that it will deliver an eye-catching design that can stand alone within a large room, and make a statement to smaller spaces too. This selection, ranging from quirky deco styles to classic geometric shapes, are available in a range of finishes including matte and polished, so when you want to transition from one room to another you also get a change in texture and finish as well as color and shape. 

GET THE LOOK FOR YOUR UNIQUE DESIGN STYLE

Two of the main styles we stock here at Stone & Tile from the Specialty Tile collection are concrete look and marble look, with around 20 different variations for each. Concrete look is an often underused style especially when you’re trying to emulate an industrial, minimalist style in your home complete with metal accessories. The plain surface has flecks of color in and are the perfect bullnose or stair tread for your home. 

Using these features to maximum effect in your home assures you’ll create something that is fresh and contemporary, and you can mix and match with lots of other concrete tiles we offer. When you need a look of elegance and charm in your home mirroring the grand estates of Europe, then a marble look is the way to go. Each tile boasts a unique marble veining that sets it apart from any other style of stone, including granite and travertine. What we love about the marble look is that it is so versatile, and the Specialty Tile selection is something completely out of the ordinary from a regular square or rectangle tile. 

The Adonis range has marble look inlaid with a second type of marble look in a different color making the tile pop and look traditional when it’s replicated hundreds of times across a space. The classic gray and white marbling is a favorite of many homeowners, but you can go for a more opulent gold and beige which works well in bathrooms and bedrooms. 

For an angular look, try the Picco collection which boasts 5 gorgeous options including a Carrara marble and options with different levels of veining. If you want to diversify your options, choose the hexagon Nero Venato which is dark and dreamy with veins of cream running through it mimicking the natural tones of marble but with the easy maintenance of porcelain. 

CHOOSE THE BEST BLEND OF STYLE AND FUNCTIONALITY

It’s one thing to choose a tile that looks amazing in your home, but quite another that has the longevity and durability which gives it the ability to last for decades in your home. Porcelain tiles have the extraordinary ability to tick all of the boxes when it comes to choosing a material. 

If you want something that looks honed or polished but is also durable in areas of high traffic such as a kitchen, porcelain is a go-to choice. What’s more, when you choose porcelain you’re getting the best of both worlds as you can install it easily, take care of it without much fuss, and also benefit from the design that gives you a concrete or marble look. If you opt for a matte finish, you also know that it’s going to provide superior slip resistance for use in bathrooms and kitchens if you accidentally spill water. Matte finishes also tend to refract light more so you won’t get a glistening floor in daylight or bright lights which could compromise the overall look you’re trying to achieve.